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[Kenny99]

I have been seeing this advertisement [6-in-1 USB-C Hub for iMac 24″: https://www.hypershop.com/collectio...ch/products/hyperdrive-6-in-1-hub-for-imac-24).
I am wanting something similar for my MAC Mini (a “Universal” 7 port USB-C Gen2 config. with the connection cable as a USB-C port to allow for a longer cable.) I have emailed HyperDrive at support@hypershop.com and asked them to consider making one. They quickly replied that they haven't seen a lot of requests from the MAC Mini community. If any of you are interested in a USB hub with 10 Gb ports please email them.

Thanks
KenK

 

[Moonjumper]

There are Mac Mini hubs that double as a stand, but they all seem to have 5 Gb ports. Maybe they were designed a while ago, and never updated. I have seen some with space for a SATA SSD inside, which is what I am considering if I swap to a Mini for my next Mac.

Here is one from Satechi, maybe ask them if they are planning to update with faster USB: https://satechi.net/products/type-c-aluminum-stand-hub-for-mac-mini?variant=33595995947096

 

[You’re not me]

Here’s a few.

Hagibis USB-C Hub with Dual Hard Drive Enclosure, Type-C Docking Station for Mac Mini M1 with 2.5inch SATA, M.2 NVMe NGFF, 4K@60Hz DP1.4, USB 3.1 Gen2, 10Gbps USB-C, SD/Micro SD for MacBook - Newegg.com

Buy Hagibis USB-C Hub with Dual Hard Drive Enclosure, Type-C Docking Station for Mac Mini M1 with 2.5inch SATA, M.2 NVMe NGFF, 4K@60Hz DP1.4, USB 3.1 Gen2, 10Gbps USB-C, SD/Micro SD for MacBook with fast shipping and top-rated customer service. Once you know, you Newegg!

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StarTech.com HB31C2A1CGS 3-Port USB-C Hub - USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps) to 2x USB-A & 1x USB-C - Powered - Universal Power Adapter Included (HB31C2A1CGS) - Newegg.com

Buy StarTech.com HB31C2A1CGS 3-Port USB-C Hub - USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps) to 2x USB-A & 1x USB-C - Powered - Universal Power Adapter Included (HB31C2A1CGS) with fast shipping and top-rated customer service. Once you know, you Newegg!

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IOGEAR GUH3C41SD USB-C Hub with Card Reader - Newegg.com

Buy IOGEAR GUH3C41SD USB-C Hub with Card Reader with fast shipping and top-rated customer service. Once you know, you Newegg!

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StarTech.com HB31C2A1CGS 3-Port USB-C Hub - USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps) to 2x USB-A & 1x USB-C - Powered - Universal Power Adapter Included (HB31C2A1CGS) - Newegg.com

Buy StarTech.com HB31C2A1CGS 3-Port USB-C Hub - USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps) to 2x USB-A & 1x USB-C - Powered - Universal Power Adapter Included (HB31C2A1CGS) with fast shipping and top-rated customer service. Once you know, you Newegg!

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[joevt]

The CalDigit SOHO has a detachable USB-C cable. It only has two USB ports (type A and type C). It has a DisplayPort 1.4 output and a HDMI 2.0b output. I don't think HDR is working from the HDMI port. It is bus powered but you can connect USB-C power to it.

 

[Kenny99]

There are Mac Mini hubs that double as a stand, but they all seem to have 5 Gb ports. Maybe they were designed a while ago, and never updated. I have seen some with space for a SATA SSD inside, which is what I am considering if I swap to a Mini for my next Mac.

Here is one from Satechi, maybe ask them if they are planning to update with faster USB: https://satechi.net/products/type-c-aluminum-stand-hub-for-mac-mini?variant=33595995947096

Yes I have emailed them and have not received an answer yet. I hope they do make one with ALL of the USB ports Gen 2. Why make such a great Hub and not with the latest and greatest?

KenK

 

[joevt]

Thunderbolt is an option but more expensive. Thunderbolt has better display support (USB-C has one 2-lane DisplayPort connection, Thunderbolt has two 4-lane DisplayPort connections).

Thunderbolt 4 hubs/docks all USB 10 Gbps.
Some Thunderbolt 3 docks have some USB 10 Gbps ports (though if it has ASM1142 then they're 8 Gbps except for the downstream Thunderbolt port which is 10 Gbps).

Might be some other options at #4